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Motorists warned of road closures for Laguna Phuket Triathlon
Motorists warned of road closures for Laguna Phuket Triathlon
PHUKET: Motorists are being urged to avoid the Laguna area and major roads along the west coast in Thalang this Sunday (Nov 18) as thousands of athletes take to the streets for the Laguna Phuket Triathlon 2018.
PRU @ Trisara wins Phuket’s first Michelin star
PRU @ Trisara wins Phuket’s first Michelin star
At the glitzy Park Hyatt in Bangkok, the culinary cognoscenti gathered for the gastronomic event of the year; the launch of the 2019 Michelin Guide to Bangkok, Phuket and Phang-Nga.
Thais arrested for charging ‘access fees’ to Freedom Beach
Thais arrested for charging ‘access fees’ to Freedom Beach
PHUKET: Two Thai men have been arrested for charging tourists cash in order to access Freedom Beach, south of Patong. The men are believed to have been raking in an estimated B10,000 a day.
Aussie safe after yacht catches ablaze off Patong Beach
Aussie safe after yacht catches ablaze off Patong Beach
PHUKET: An Australian yachtsman is safe after his yacht caught on fire off Patong Beach last night (Nov 14).
International Coordinator Brumaba Asia/Pacific: Trainee Position
International Coordinator Brumaba Asia/Pacific: Trainee Position
• International Coordinator Brumaba Asia/Pacific: Trainee Position Job description: (a) Promote and market the products to, and gather feedback on products from, all product dealers and distributors located in Asia/Pacific (b) Coordinate the promotion and display of products at all conventions and exhibitions in the territory where Brumaba Asia/Pacific attends (c) Review and verify customer complaints (d) Handle all dealer returns and credits with the assistance and approval of Brumaba Asia/Pacific (e) Perform any other administrative functions and responsibilities Preferred candidates are expected to be: (a) Thai Nationality with excellent knowledge of written and spoken English (b) University graduates in Marketing or Engineering (c) Ability to work in an international and multicultural environment (d) Fluency in PC skills, communication, interpersonal, coordination and presentation skills Interested Thai Nationalities, please apply with sending your application to, Ms. Arisara Email: customercare2@brumaba.asia Applications, treated in strictest confidence, shall include a personal letter, CV, names of referees, photo and current package.
New salvage team confident in raising the Phoenix
New salvage team confident in raising the Phoenix
PHUKET: The new operators called in to salvage the sunken tour boat Phoenix are confident that their team will raise the disaster-struck boat to the surface tomorrow morning (Nov 15).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: ’Drive thru’ immigration! Muay Thai reform? Medical marijuana now legal! || Nov. 14
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: ’Drive thru’ immigration! Muay Thai reform? Medical marijuana now legal! || Nov. 14
PHUKET XTRA - November 14 Phuket Immigration to launch ’Drive Thru’ service! |:| Phoenix salvage attempts underway, again |:| Muay Thai reform after boxer dies |:| Medical marijuana now legal |:| Wedding organiser accused of duping 100 couples! Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Swedish national arrested in Phuket, to be deported again
Swedish national arrested in Phuket, to be deported again
PHUKET: A Swedish national will be deported to his home country after being arrested in Phuket late yesterday afternoon (Nov 13), Immigration Chief Maj Gen Surachate Hakparn announced today (Nov 14).
Kathu Police top brass transferred immediately over gambling den raid
Kathu Police top brass transferred immediately over gambling den raid
PHUKET: Five officers from the Kathu Police, including three of the police station’s top-ranking officers, have been transferred immediately to Phuket Provincial Police Station following a raid on a gambling den in Kathu that netted 56 suspects.
Phuket Immigration to launch ‘Drive Thru’ service
Phuket Immigration to launch ‘Drive Thru’ service
PHUKET: Phuket Immigration is adding a ‘Drive Thru’ lane at its main office in Phuket Town in the hopes of making it quicker and easier for foreigners to complete simple procedures, including completing the mandatory 90-day reporting required of all foreigners staying on long-term visas.
Firefighters battle blazes on two fronts in California, 50 dead
Firefighters battle blazes on two fronts in California, 50 dead
UNITES STATES: Thousands of firefighters battled blazes in northern and southern California yesterday (Nov 13) as body recovery teams searched the remains of houses and charred cars for victims of the deadliest wildfire in the history of the US state.
Islander host Black Bull as Owner Mark joins B team for first time this season
Islander host Black Bull as Owner Mark joins B team for first time this season
POOL: This week’s report into Monday night’s (12 Nov) coverage of the Rawai Pool League starts with Division B where Islander B hosted Black Bull.
Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show 2018
Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show 2018
Thailand's Biggest Boating Lifestyle & Leisure Show. Don't miss it! Find out what the marine and lifestyle industries have on offer – sail, power, big and small, all are represented. See the latest gadgets and gizmos, revel in the delicious waterfront pop-up eateries, and take some time to relax with friends and family. Free to enter – Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show, 29 November – 2 December 2018 at Ocean Marina Yacht Club, Pattaya.
Phuket Police ready for Loy Krathong
Phuket Police ready for Loy Krathong
PHUKET: More than 280 police, military officers and volunteers assembled at Phuket City Police Station at 6pm yesterday evening (Nov 13) for Region 8 Police Deputy Commander Lt Gen Chalit Thinthanee to order them to ramp up their efforts during the upcoming Loy Krathong Festival.
Thai activist gets political refugee tag in South Korea
Thai activist gets political refugee tag in South Korea
BANGKOK: Anti-junta activist Chanoknan Ruamsap, who fled the country earlier this year after being charged with lese majeste, has received political refugee status from the South Korean government.
Pot approved for research, medical use
Pot approved for research, medical use
BANGKOK: The cabinet yesterday (Nov 13) approved a draft amendment to the 1979 Narcotics Act to legalise cannabis for medical and research purposes. However, all use of the drug will be kept under strict control.
Child boxer 13, dies after fight
Child boxer 13, dies after fight
SAMUT PRAKAN: A 13-year-old boy has died after suffering a brain haemorrhage during a Muay Thai fight yesterday night (Non 12).
Immigration Chief Surachate to inspect new Phoenix salvage attempt
Immigration Chief Surachate to inspect new Phoenix salvage attempt
Phuket Governor Phakaphong Tavipatana announced the news today (Nov 13) at a meeting at Phuket Provincial Hall. “A 1,200-tonne,100-metre-long floating crane accompanied by a 34-metre-long tugboat has already arrived Krabi province,” Gov Phakaphong explained earlier today. The boat and crane were to arrive in Phuket after 3pm this afternoon, he said. However, as of 6pm this evening, The Phuket News had yet to confirm that the boat and crane had arrived. After the wreck is lifted to the surface, it will be taken to Ratanachai shipyard in the Tha Jeen Canal, on the east side of Phuket Town, Gov Phakaphong reiterated. “The Phuket Marine Office, police and experts will inspect the boat,” he said. Gov Phakaphong again confirmed that the company previously contract to salvage the Phoenix, Spitz Tech Co Ltd, has cancelled its agreement with the Phuket Marine Office to recover the wreck. “A new company named Seaquest Marine has sent the divers into the area,” he said. “Representatives of the Marine Department are not present at this meeting, but information of the salvage will be revealed soon,” Governor Phakaphong added. “Tomorrow, Maj Gen Surachet Hakpan will inspect the site of the wreck and check the process of salvage,” he said. Materials for the new salvage team have arrived at Phuket Deep Sea Port, and divers from Seaquest Marine arrived to inspect the site last Friday (Nov 9). (See story here.) Marine Department has issued a notice ordering all vessels to stay clear of the salvage area for safety – all day and all night – from today (Nov 13) through Thursday (Nov 15). The salvage site was given as 7º42'14.6" North, 98º23'06.9" East. (Click here.) The Phoenix sank 1.5 nautical miles off Koh Hei in storm conditions on July 5 in a disaster that killed 47 Chinese tourists. Previous attempts to move the boat either failed entirely or achieved little success, with the first attempt in late September managing to move the boat only about 400 meters from where it sank before a tether broke. (See story here.)
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Pinned under truck! Fatal stabbing in self-defence? Acid attack investigated! || Nov. 13
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Pinned under truck! Fatal stabbing in self-defence? Acid attack investigated! || Nov. 13
PHUKET XTRA - November 13 Woman safe after pinned under truck! |:| Fatal stabbing in self-defence? |:| Acid attack investigation! |:| Election officially in February? |:| Marijuana patent bid shot down Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
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